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    Default Looking for some honing help

    I live in Houston, TX and am looking for someone close by to help me get the hang of honing. I have all the supplies, coticules, etc. but can't seem to get a good edge on my own. Thanks.

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    Take a look at this thread...

    http://straightrazorpalace.com/get-t...151-texas.html

    That would be the best place to get hands-on! I've never made it to a local meet due to conflicting schedules but recently worked with a local Mentor and it has made an incredible difference... I had all the stuff and 90% of the skill but putting it all together took someone who had walked that path before.

    Good luck and enjoy the journey... It is sure to be well worth it!

    Shawn
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    In the mean time think good bevel set. If you don't have that then
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    Just make the meet up in Oct. If it is an emergency I might be able to find some time but to be honest. it will not be a one time learned thing. Honing takes practice and patience. IMHO don't think a coti of unknown quality would make a good learning honer. Kind of like learning on a new "PHIG". Fixed grit hones like nortons, shaptons, and naniwa's are easier. You get a better idea what is happening and where you are at. A coti's quality can't be learned if you aren't sure what your one honing ability is.
    PM me some more and we can try and come up with a plan....
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